Human Resources Director

Human Resources Director

We’re looking for a high-impact, business-minded Human Resources Director who thrives in a fast-growing, dynamic environment where people are at the center of our success. This is a unique opportunity to expand our people-first culture that fuels performance, innovation, and engagement across the organization.

As our firm continues to grow across markets and disciplines, this role goes beyond managing people processes. It requires a leader who can think strategically while staying close to the work, translating ideas into action, and delivering measurable outcomes. You will partner closely with leaders to anticipate future needs, design scalable talent strategies, and deliver exceptional experiences for every team member. This role owns results, not just recommendations.

If you’re energized by the opportunity to build, influence, adapt, and leave a lasting mark, we want to meet you.

Foster Engagement with Intention
 Translate our values into meaningful actions, connections, and initiatives shaped by team member feedback.

Leverage Data to Inform Decisions
 Use data and insights—not just instincts—to inform decisions, coach leaders, and evolve HR programs based on what is happening across the organization.

Think Ahead and Adapt
 Identify emerging workforce trends and help leaders prepare for what’s next. Remain curious, proactive, and open to rethinking how HR can support the evolving needs of the business while contributing to enterprise HR initiatives aligned with strategic priorities.

Key Responsibilities (not exhaustive):

• Be a Business-focused HR Partner
  Learn the business inside and out. Serve as a sounding board and strategic advisor to leaders. Surface the right conversations at the right time and ensure they result in clear decisions, action, and follow-through.

• Continuously Improve the Team Member Experience
  Elevate the everyday team member journey, from onboarding to development to offboarding. Lead thoughtful exit processes, distill feedback into insights, and turn those insights into practical improvements that strengthen engagement, retention, and performance.
• Champion Talent as a Growth Strategy
  Identify future capability needs and partner across teams to attract, develop, and retain the talent that will drive continued success. Lead workforce and succession planning conversations across locations and teams to ensure the right capabilities are in place as the business grows.
• Lead Through Influence
  Build trusted relationships with leaders who value your perspective, insights, and ability to align stakeholders and drive results through thoughtful problem-solving.
• Foster Engagement with Intention
  Translate our values into meaningful actions, connections, and initiatives shaped by team member feedback.
• Leverage Data to Inform Decisions
  Use data and insights, not just instincts, to inform decisions, coach leaders, and evolve HR programs based on what is happening across the organization.
• Think Ahead and Adapt
  Identify emerging workforce trends and help leaders prepare for what’s next. Remain curious, proactive, and open to rethinking how HR can support the evolving needs of the business while contributing to enterprise HR initiatives aligned with strategic priorities.

Your Background

• A business-minded HR leader with 10+ years of progressive experience, including time as a sole HR Practitioner in high-growth or matrixed professional services environments
• Skilled at navigating ambiguity and complexity, bringing structure, clarity, and calm to evolving situations
• A relationship builder who leads with trust, empathy, and curiosity
• Energized by innovation and impact- not bureaucracy
• A systems thinker who sees connections across teams, processes, and business strategy
• Deep knowledge in talent strategy, organizational design, team development, and leadership coaching
• Sees HR not as a support function, but as a lever for growth and transformation
• Industry experience in Engineering, Architecture, and Technology is preferred
• Proficient in MS Office tools (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams) and HR platforms e.g., UKG
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business administration, or a related HR certification is a plus

What You Bring

• An energetic, authentic, and solution-oriented approach
• A collaborative spirit with a growth mindset and focus on outcomes
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize, execute efficiently, and to ask for support when needed
• A track record of excelling in dynamic, deadline-driven environments- independently, within teams, and as a leader
• Passion for shaping forward-thinking HR programs and addressing complex challenges
• Commitment to staying current on evolving HR trends, practices, and innovations
• Strong critical thinking and creative problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to multitask and flex as priorities shift

Location: Remote, U.S.              

Travel: Up to 20%

Compensation & Benefits:

The expected base salary range for this role is $160,000 - $180,000 USD per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location.

This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
• Professional development support

For more information, visit our full benefits overview here.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.

Third-Party Agency Notice
Salas O’Brien does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or agencies. We only work with approved partners engaged directly by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be eligible for placement fees.

Qualifications Education Required Bachelors or better. Experience Required Proficient in MS Office tools (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams) and HR platforms e.g., UKG A business-minded HR leader with 10+ years of progressive experience, including time as a sole HR Practitioner in high-growth or matrixed professional services environments Preferred Industry experience in Engineering, Architecture, and Technology is preferred Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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